1995 Saturn SL vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Saturn | Rover |
| Model | SL | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
